HC Deb 23 October 1967 vol 751 cc380-1W
78. Mr. Harry Howarth

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what reply he has sent to a letter, dated 10th October 1967, from the urban district council of Irthlingborough, regarding his proposal to establish a Borstal in that town; and if he will order a public inquiry to be held before coming to a decision.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

The letter has been acknowledged. I am studying the views of the district council, together with those of the county planning authority, and I shall consult my right hon. Friend, the Minister of Housing and Local Government. A decision about a public local inquiry will follow these consultations.